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HPBA Overview

Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) is an international not-for-profit trade association first established in 1980 to represent and promote the interests of the hearth products industry in North America. In 2002, the Hearth Products Association (HPA) merged with the Barbecue Industry Association (BIA) to form HPBA. The association includes manufacturers, retailers, distributors, manufacturers' representatives, service and installation firms, and other companies and individuals - all having business interests in and related to the hearth, patio, and barbecue products industries.HPBA's members manufacture, import, distribute, sell, service, and represent products that include

RetailersCompanies in the business of sales to consumers of hearth, barbecue, outdoor patio, and related products.

DistributorsCompanies in the business of wholesale distribution to dealers, builders, and other channels of distribution of hearth, barbecue, outdoor patio, and related products

Manufacturers' RepresentativesIndependent manufacturers' representatives including firms and individuals in the business of providing independent sales representation for manufacturers of hearth, barbecue, outdoor patio, and related products.

ServiceChimney sweeps, installers, and companies in the business of providing mechanical services for hearth, barbecue, patio, and related products.

GovernanceThe operation and direction of the association is the responsibility of the HPBA Board of Directors, a member-elected governing body. These industry leaders, representing various membership categories and geographical areas, ensure that the trade association is meeting the diverse needs of the industry. The Bylaws of the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association.

The Board of Directors elects a Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer and one additional member selected from the board to an Executive Committee. In addition, the immediate past chairman serves on the Executive Committee in a non-voting capacity. The Executive Committee manages the affairs of the association in the interim between meetings of the Board of Directors.

Committees, Sections and Staff

At the heart of the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association is a staff dedicated to promoting the hearth, patio and barbecue industries and the livelihood of its members. Through a commitment to common goals, affiliations throughout the industry and fostering committee collaboration, HPBA has the ability to channel a wide range of resources toward fulfilling the objectives of the industry.